This Labor Day marks the beginning of a new era of football for the University of Pittsburgh.

After a storied history as members of the Big East Conference, the Pittsburgh Panthers will face stiff competition in their first game as members of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

The Panthers will play against last year’s Orange Bowl champions Florida State, a striking change from the previous year’s opener, Youngstown State. University of Pittsburgh Athletic Director Steve Pederson says although the team faces a tougher battle, playing against competitors like Florida State is in the best interest of the team.